Brazilian wonderkid Endrick says his loan move to Lyon is about more than just club football — it’s about reigniting his dream of wearing the famous yellow shirt again at the World Cup.
The 19-year-old
forward, who joined Real Madrid from Palmeiras last year, struggled for opportunities during the first half of the season, managing just 99 minutes of action under new head coach Xabi Alonso.
The trust he once enjoyed under Carlo Ancelotti never materialised, forcing the teenage prodigy to seek minutes elsewhere.
Endrick earned 11 caps for Brazil in 2024, the year he arrived in Spain, but featured only once for the Seleção in 2025.
Now, he believes Lyon can provide the platform he needs to fight his way back.
“My aim is to help Lyon, to play and to win,” Endrick said ahead of his expected debut against Lille in the French Cup this weekend.
“When you’re Brazilian, everyone dreams of playing for the national team.
“I haven’t been picked recently, but I will do everything to get back in.”
A Buzz Not Felt in Years
Endrick’s arrival has sparked a rare wave of excitement among Lyon supporters — the kind not seen since Sonny Anderson’s arrival in 1999 or Yoann Gourcuff’s signing in 2010.
Lyon’s technical director Matthieu Louis-Jean was quick to underline why the club moved decisively for the Brazilian.
“He has immense talent and potential,” Louis-Jean said. “He’s quick, he can get in behind, and he knows how to finish chances.”
Lyon’s Push — and Endrick’s Opportunity
Lyon strengthened their Champions League push with a 3-1 win at Monaco on Saturday, climbing to fifth in Ligue 1 and sitting just two points off the top four.
General manager Michael Gerlinger believes Endrick could be the missing piece.
“We are convinced that Endrick is the element we lack,” he said.
“He will give the team power for the second half of the season.”
(with AFP inputs)
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